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College of the Holy Cross

Worcester, MA

Academics

  • Graduation Rate
    91%
  • Majors Available
    39
  • Student-to-Faculty Ratio
    9:1
  • Retention Rate
    93%

AP Credit Policy

Holy Cross participates in the College Board Advanced Placement Program and the International Baccalaureate Program. One unit of credit is awarded for an Advanced Placement score of 4 or 5 in any discipline recognized by the College. Each academic department has its own policy regarding the use of AP or IB credit for placement in courses and progress in the major. See departmental descriptions for further information.

For more information, view the credit policy on the college's website.

  • Offers credits

    Yes

  • Offers placement into advanced courses

    Yes

Study Options

Majors and Degrees

The college offers the following degrees: Bachelor's

  • No majors found

Need Help Choosing a Major?

Keep in mind most colleges don’t require students to declare a major until the end of their sophomore year, and many students change majors at least once.

Special Academics Program

  • Accelerated Study
  • Cross-Registration
  • Double Major
  • Dual Enrollment of High School Students
  • Honors Program
  • Independent Study
  • Internships
  • Liberal Arts/Career Combination
  • ROTC, Air Force
  • ROTC, Army
  • ROTC, Navy
  • Student-Designed Major
  • Study Abroad
  • Teacher Certification
  • Undergraduate Research
  • Visiting/Exchange Student Program

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